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A German silver-gilt inkstand, Johann Balthasar Engel, Augsburg, 1737-39
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 USD
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Description
- marked on bell and stand with maker's mark and city mark
- silver-gilt
- length 7 1/2 in.
- 19.2 cm
on forked scroll feet, shaped oval stand fitted with two screw-on baluster pots and central bell over a seal compartment, later chased with rococo ornament
Provenance
Lesley and Emma Sheafer Collection, Bequest of Emma A. Sheafer, 1973
Literature
Helmut Seling, Die Augsburger Gold- und Silberschmiede 1529-1868, 2007, p. 547 lists an inkstand of the same date by this maker.
Condition
as noted re. later chasing, one pot with later glass liner, one pot with neat repair to base, otherwise good
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In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.